Job Description

The Ashcombe School SCHOOL
INFORMATION 2023
WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL A Message from the
Headteacher Thank you for being interested in The Ashcombe School \xe2\x80\x93 we want to attract and retain the best people with the most potential and in return offer a stimulating and worthwhile environment and opportunity. The Ashcombe School is a genuinely comprehensive school with high academic standards for all, a strong and caring pastoral system, and a wide range of extracurricular activities aimed at preparing and enabling young people to lead fulfilled lives. I hope that this pack will give you a positive and meaningful insight into the life of the Ashcombe
We are very proud of our students School and that you will take the and what the school can help them opportunity to join us online and achieve and are not only ambitious visit to experience it for for our students but for our staff yourselves. I am very much looking as well - this is an exciting forward to meeting and working opportunity to join a widely with you. recognised, friendly, welcoming and supportive team and to take advantage of the many developmental and other opportunities we provide. Chris Panting About The Ashcombe School
Overview The Ashcombe School is a high-achieving genuinely comprehensive school with a very successful Sixth Form and is a vibrant and inspiring place to work. We continually look to support exceptional pastoral care, high levels of attainment across the ability range and provide an enviable range of extracurricular activities to prepare and enable young people to lead fulfilled lives. Ethos
The core elements of our ethos are focused on providing a caring environment that enables every individual within the school to realise their potential:

• We are a fully inclusive school that focuses equally on students of all ability levels
• We provide a calm and caring environment with a significant emphasis on pastoral care
• Our community is based on mutual respect and high quality teacher-student relationships
• We encourage a culture of self-betterment for all who work at the school, with high quality training and development opportunities for all staff
• The school operates a no-blame culture that emphasises the importance of collaboration and mutual support
• We strive to create well-rounded individuals, believing that great education is about much more than the lessons we deliver in the classroom

"The school has an ethos which matters" About The Ashcombe School
Structure With over 1480 students, including 250 in the Sixth Form, and over 170 teaching and support staff, the school is at the heart of the community in Dorking, and benefits from a spacious and attractive setting at the foot of Box Hill. We have a thriving Sixth form with around 250 students each year and encourage as wide an intake as possible where we believe students have the ability to succeed at A Level. Our key successes include: High value-added scores across the full breadth of subjects and ability ranges. A long tradition of students gaining places at Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities. A student-centred approach for pastoral care and careers support. We are part of a small independent Multi-Academy Trust (South East Surrey Schools Education Trust - SESSET) comprised of three secondary schools; The Ashcombe School, Therfield School in Leatherhead and Carrington School in Redhill. The Trust was established in 2017 and allows the schools to benefit from an overarching supportive umbrella whilst still retaining their unique character and ethos. "Vision for an academic curriculum, supported by high quality teaching and learning\xe2\x80\xa6is shared by all staff at the school" About The Ashcombe School
Values The school is highly regarded and oversubscribed as a direct result of its outlook, approach and values as demonstrated by its academic results, standards of teaching and outstanding pastoral care. The four strands which inform teaching and learning for staff and students are: Curriculum and its delivery - We offer a broad and balanced GCSE-based curriculum with languages, humanities and creative subjects alongside double Science, Maths and English, providing all students with an inspiring and ambitious curriculum that equips them with the knowledge and skills to flourish in a stimulating and demanding environment. Community and strong relationships - We provide an inclusive community which allows all members of our community to feel safe and supported, underpinned by decency, compassion and humility. Every student and member of staff matters. Learning Beyond the Classroom - We educate beyond the classroom to develop resilient, creative and life-ready citizens with a strong sense of social responsibility, leadership, a sense of adventure and a global perspective. Ashcombe has earned an outstanding reputation for the diverse range of opportunities offered outside of the classroom. These include more than 30 extracurricular clubs, a huge range of visits and trips abroad and at home, a flourishing Duke of Edinburgh\xe2\x80\x99s Award Scheme, competitive sports teams, an inspiring programme of music and drama, and a commitment to students supporting others through fundraising and peer mentoring and support in school. Preparation for life after school - We continually develop our facilities, teaching methodologies and the learning experience of our students to ensure they are fully engaged and stimulated at school and well prepared for the outside world. Careers guidance, work experience and our strong links with local business help students identify their career objectives and supports their choices for GCSE, A Level and beyond. What We Offer
A Strong Culture of Self-Betterment We believe that great training is always at the heart of an effective school and recognise that investing in staff development helps us to remain open to innovation, and directly improves the offer to our students and enables our staff to grow. The whole school coordinated CPD programme is led by an experienced middle leader. The highly successful ECT programme is led by a group of experienced mentors and a coaching programme is offered to all staff. Staff are actively encouraged to engage in leadership courses, which sit alongside less formal groups such as a group discussing emerging pedagogy, as well as teaching and learning discussion workshops. A Friendly and Welcoming Teaching Community We pride ourselves on treating people well and this was identified by Ofsted which noted that \xe2\x80\x9cthe school has dedicated, enthusiastic, skilled staff who are supported by a fabulous senior leadership team\xe2\x80\x9d. The school has held Investors in People accreditation for almost 20 years and there is a \xe2\x80\x9cgenuine and sustained commitment emanating from the top to looking after and investing in the staff\xe2\x80\x9d. A Beautiful and Well-Connected Location In the foothills of the North Downs, the school is within walking distance of the most beautiful countryside in Surrey, including direct access to Box Hill and Denbies Vineyard \xe2\x80\x93 the surroundings are used by the school for sports lessons, sponsored walks and Duke of Edinburgh practices. There are excellent rail links to London, Brighton, Guildford, Reading, Horsham, Reigate and Redhill, along with access to the major road networks via the A24, A25 and the M25 which is just 5 miles away. What we offer
Financial Competitive salaries at all levels, Local Government Pension Scheme Free meals for lunch duties and INSET Competitively priced dining service Surrey \'My Benefits\' including generous discounts Complimentary tea and coffee Community
New staff gym Staff Association and regular social events Staff choir Participation in cultural trips locally and abroad Half-termly Good News Raffle to recognise staff and teams Work/Life Balance
Family supportive - "no-one misses a child\'s nativity"
Opportunities for part-time working
Green Commute Scheme "Amazing pupils, excellent parent engagement, warm and friendly staff" What we offer
Location and Travel Ample free and secure car and cycle parking Walking distance to 2 main rail lines and Dorking High Street and amenities Easy access to London, Redhill, Leatherhead, Crawley, Horsham and Brighton 15 minutes from junction 9 M25 On the A24 and near A25 Wellbeing
Well-equipped and spacious work areas Employee Assistance Programme Up to 10 days paid leave for dependent care Term-time Nursery on site with preferential staff rates Wellbeing newsletter and activities Career
Dedicated CPD Teams page with extensive resources
Coaching programme National College programmes of professional development supported Why we love The Ashcombe I\xe2\x80\x99m Deirdre and I joined the Science Department in September
2022 as a Physics teacher, after qualifying and spending 5 years in another Surrey school. I was ready for a change but what made the biggest impression on me was when our Headteacher hosted a
Zoom call to introduce us to Ashcombe before I even applied \xe2\x80\x93 it was so personal and I could appreciate the ethos of decency at The Ashcombe straightaway. I have found this ethos being embodied every day among the staff I have met. I enjoy being an ECT mentor, Physics Teacher and I\xe2\x80\x99m planning to take Year 12 to CERN in Switzerland next year \xe2\x80\x93
I\xe2\x80\x99ve found my ideas are encouraged and enabled. Oh, and a 4- period day is a definite planning plus! From an international IT career to now, what keeps me loving my work is that every day I find joy and reward in supporting our wonderful students whilst also feeling supported by my colleagues and leadership team. I\xe2\x80\x99m Nick, Teacher of Art. I joined The Ashcombe in September 2020 between lockdowns, and taught my first term\xe2\x80\x99s classes with everyone disguised by masks! I was based in Hong Kong and interviews were over Zoom \xe2\x80\x93 really pleased to be offered the role by Chris, the Head Teacher by phone call from a very different timezone. I had positive reports from colleagues who were already teaching at the school, and the school offered me the opportunity to combine teaching of Art, PSE and Photography \xe2\x80\x93 which I really Art teacher wanted to do. I have had the opportunity to be a PGCE mentor and am Art Clubs co-ordinator, I find a strong sense of community in the school, and mature, professional and approachable colleagues. It has been great to be able to be involved in cultural trips including Cologne, and the Brighton Art Trip. I\xe2\x80\x99m Ella and I joined the school in September 2021 as a trainee
English teacher, currently in my ECT year. With a background in publishing, editing illustrated non-fiction, after 7 years and working from home in lockdown, I really wanted to tackle something new. I looked at different routes into teaching but liked the Schools Direct approach \xe2\x80\x93 and really liked the interest shown and the care given by the Headteacher to meet and interview me himself; and offer me a lockdown tour despite no students! I got such a positive ECT English teacher feeling for a nice school and loved it. It has a lovely atmosphere, great colleagues and, working as a team, there is a real sense that everyone is known and valued. I lead the Reading Ambassador programme, get involved in theatre and literary trips \xe2\x80\x93 and the thing that surprises me most is how much I laugh every day! I hope this has given you an understanding of some of the key features of The Ashcombe
School and why we believe it is such a special place to work - at the heart of the community and with a positive ethos. Come and join us! \xe2\x80\x9cA society grows great when people plant trees in whose shade they know they shall never sit\xe2\x80\x9d Job Profile \xe2\x80\x93 Student Data and Assessment Officer Introduction We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a Student Data and Assessment Officer to join our team from January 2024. This is an important role within the school and crucial to the support of both data analysis and delivery of examinations for all age groups. This is a new post and will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to significantly impact on student progress and achievement.\xe2\x80\xaf Whilst previous experience in school could help, the most important feature for us is to attract someone with initiative who is passionate about impacting young people\'s lives. The appointed candidate will have a varied and busy day, working in a school with a strong tradition of academic success, pastoral care, and extra-curricular enrichment.\xe2\x80\xaf This post will allow the successful candidate to\xe2\x80\xafgain a wide and deep understanding of school data and systems through regular research of new developments and best practice\xe2\x80\xafand will suit someone looking to progress their career. There will be times through the school year that will be particularly busy including May and June and so would require flexibility in working hours to help support the delivery of the exam calendar. Salary
SESSET 6 \xc2\xa319,894 - \xc2\xa326,703 p.a. (\xc2\xa328,005 - \xc2\xa330,542 FTE) Contract
30 \xe2\x80\x93 36 hours per week, 39 or 40 weeks (term time or term time + 1 week in summer holidays), fixed term to 31 August 2025 Responsible to
Exams Officer Person Specification \xe2\x80\x93 Student Data and Assessment Officer In selecting candidates for interview and eventual selection, the school will be looking for candidates with relevant education, experience, job-related knowledge, aptitudes, and skills, and many of the personal qualities listed below. The school welcomes applications from candidates who consider they could meet most, if not all, the requirements listed. Education, Training and Experience

• GCSE English and Maths at Level 4 or above

Knowledge, Aptitude & Skills

• Be a proficient user of IT and will have a good working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Ideally be familiar with any school MIS, but training will be provided for the right candidate
• Be organised, having a very good eye for detail and the gift of being able to think clearly
• Enjoy working with numbers

Personal Qualities

• Positive and solution focused
• Flexible, able to prioritise and manage time effectively
• Effective oral and written communication
• Reflective, approachable and have a sense of humour
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, establishing good working relationships with a wide range of people including students, parents, governors, and colleagues

Role & Responsibilities \xe2\x80\x93 Student Data and Assessment Officer Role Responsibility
Data Collection Supporting the accurate collection and collation of student data, including baseline calculations, internal assessment marks and grades and external exam results

• Working to the school data cycle, checking teacher data entry and chasing correction or completion where necessary
• Ensuring data is consistent across all analysis systems including SIMS, SMID and department spreadsheets
• Ensuring data is up to date across all analysis systems for in-year admissions

Data Analysis Supporting key school staff in developing and analysing student progress data

• Support the target setting process
• Providing data analysis using a range of sources and tools, including SMID and Excel

Data Reporting *Quality checking and producing student reportsAssessment Assisting the exams officer as required

• To include exam entries, room booking, managing invigilators, access arrangements, preparing exam rooms, photocopying exam papers, coordinating Non-

Examined Assessment materials, communicating withHeads of Department and Senior Leaders

• Deputising for the exams officer in their absence

Other *Supporting the census data preparation and maintenance of the management information system.This aspect of the role could be more significant for a person with the appropriate experience

• Producing and providing reports and returns to the DFE and other key bodies as required

* * This is a description of the main responsibilities of the post at the date of issue. These may change over time as requirements and circumstances change. The person in post may also have to perform other duties as may be necessary from time to time and would be expected to undertake any reasonable task, as directed by their line manager. Further information To find out more about the post, please contact us and ask to speak to Sandra McDougall, and visit our website The Ashcombe School - Working Here for information. How to Apply
To apply, please go to our website The Ashcombe School - Working Here to download and complete the Support Staff Application Form. Please send your completed version to hr@ashcombe.surrey.sch.uk. The closing date for applications is 8.00am on Friday 24th November 2023, but early application is advised as the school reserves the right to interview and appoint as applications are received and before the closing date. Candidates selected for interview will be informed by email. We do not generally contact candidates who are not shortlisted. Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake and Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and
Barring Service (DBS). We will also carry out an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates and before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6e public task in line with guidance laid out in para 21 of Keeping
Children in Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2022. Any data collected during this search will be retained in line with our retention schedule which is available on request. Job Type: Part-time Salary: \xc2\xa319,894.00-\xc2\xa326,703.00 per year Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dorking: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person